What is another word for last act?

Pronunciation: [lˈast ˈakt] (IPA)

The phrase "last act" can be replaced with a variety of synonyms to convey the final moments or conclusion of a particular event. Some possible synonyms include "finale," "closing scene," "final curtain," "culmination," "ending," "conclusion," "final performance," "climax," "finishing touch," "last hurrah," and "farewell." Depending on the context, some synonym choices may be more appropriate than others. For example, "final performance" would be a fitting synonym for the last act of a play or concert, while "farewell" would be more appropriate for the last act of a career or lifetime achievement.

What are the hypernyms for Last act?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Last act

  • But seek till ye find, and, whatever ye find for the present, let your last act be to lay and leave yourselves on the righteousness of His Son, expecting life through His name, according to the promise of the Father.
    Donald Cargill
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    Marcus Tullius Cicero
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  • Now that I'm staring down the barrel of the last act of my life, I'm less excited about control and solo effort, and I resent the way the business aspects interfere with my space for creative writing.
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  • The last act is bloody, however pleasant all the rest of the play is: a little earth is thrown at last upon our head, and that is the end forever.
    Blaise Pascal

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